At long last, the Diagonal Rainbow Rib scarf pattern is posted at Ravelry, and is on its way to be posted at Knit Picks as well. This scarf, which can be knit from a single skein of Knit Picks Chroma Fingering (shown in colorway Prism), was created specifically to showcase the beautiful color changes found in this type of yarn. Buy it now at the link below!

]]>https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/05/11/pattern-diagonal-rainbow-rib/feed/1ephemerellaIMG_6656Pattern: Simple Felted Bowlshttps://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/05/03/pattern-simple-felted-bowls/
https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/05/03/pattern-simple-felted-bowls/#commentsThu, 03 May 2012 21:21:42 +0000http://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/?p=85Continue reading →]]>This pattern was created to make small felted bowls to hold various objects. I use it myself to hold the pieces for various board games. What will you use it for?

This bowl is formed of hdc, beginning at the center and working out, and finished with slip stitches around the edge. Because this project will be felted, it does not use the normal convention of 2 ch being equivalent to one hdc at the start of a row or round. While 2 ch is equivalent in height to one hdc, it is not equivalent in thickness, which matters when the object is to be felted. Instead, the beginning chains should be skipped as though working in the round in sc.

Round 1: ch 2, 8 hdc in loop. Join with sl st to first hdc.Round 2: ch 2, 2 hdc in each st. Join with sl st to first hdc. 16 hdc.Round 3: ch 2, *hdc in next hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. 24 hdc.Round 4: ch 2, *hdc in next hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next hdc. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. 32 hdc.Round 5: ch 2, *hdc in next 2 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next hdc. Repeat from * around. Join with sl st to first hdc. 40 hdc.Round 6: ch 2. Working into back loop and yo wrap of previous round (see image below), hdc in each hdc around.

Finishing:Working in front loop of round 5, sl st in each hdc around (see image below). Weave in ends and felt thoroughly.

]]>https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/05/03/pattern-simple-felted-bowls/feed/2ephemerellaIMG_0437ki 001 editedki 002I should post morehttps://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/04/30/i-should-post-more/
https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/04/30/i-should-post-more/#respondMon, 30 Apr 2012 16:52:39 +0000http://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/?p=78Continue reading →]]>Other than knitting the prototype of my ID scarf at the beginning of the month, this has been a month to knit other peoples’ designs (mostly a sweater) and to work up another free pattern, a set of little felted crochet bowls. Testing of the scarf proceeds in the background and is just about complete. But I realize I should post more: I hesitate to post when I haven’t much to say, but if I don’t say anything, no one will ever read, either.

So that’s my goal for May: post more! I’m aiming for one post every three days, minimum, whether it’s Knitting Thoughts or just a picture of what I’ve been working on.

]]>https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/04/30/i-should-post-more/feed/0ephemerellaKnitpicks Independent Designer!https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/27/knitpicks-independent-designer/
https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/27/knitpicks-independent-designer/#respondTue, 27 Mar 2012 07:06:11 +0000http://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/?p=79Continue reading →]]>I’m so excited! I just got approved to publish a pattern through the Knitpicks Independent Designer program. It’s the pattern for a diagonal scarf that I first made in Mini Mochi back in 2009; I think it’ll look great in Knitpicks Chroma. Several people have commented on my project asking for the pattern and I’ve finally got around to it! I’m aiming for publication in late April.

As a preview, here’s the original scarf in Mini Mochi:

]]>https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/27/knitpicks-independent-designer/feed/0ephemerellaDiagonal Scarf 1Testing, testinghttps://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/22/testing-testing/
https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/22/testing-testing/#respondThu, 22 Mar 2012 19:59:55 +0000http://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/?p=76Continue reading →]]>The ammonite glove pattern is in testing right now! So far my test knitters have done a great job and uncovered a few things I missed, as well as producing fantastic work. One tester suggested that I should design a scarf and/or hat with the same pattern, so that’s in the works and hopefully will follow shortly thereafter. The goal is to have testing finishd by the end of March, so the pattern should be up the first week of April, and the hat pattern hopefully a few weeks later.
]]>https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/22/testing-testing/feed/0ephemerellaPattern: Little Lace Bag of Holdinghttps://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/21/pattern-little-lace-bag-of-holding/
https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/21/pattern-little-lace-bag-of-holding/#respondWed, 21 Mar 2012 03:32:45 +0000http://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/?p=73Continue reading →]]>This little dice bag was created to match my personal RPG dice collection, which no one else is allowed to roll. I had to have something to match! It’s a neat little pattern, holds more than it may appear, and is a great way to use leftover sock yarn. Click the button to buy for $2!

]]>https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/21/pattern-little-lace-bag-of-holding/feed/0ephemerellaIMG_0252Pattern: Support Twist Mittshttps://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/05/pattern-support-twist-mitts/
https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/05/pattern-support-twist-mitts/#respondMon, 05 Mar 2012 00:25:41 +0000http://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/?p=61Continue reading →]]>I find that my hands get tired when I knit or crochet for a long time, so I designed these gloves to be quite tight, and support the hand during crafting. The cotton in the yarn increases this capacity, while the wool allows it enough stretch to have good stitch definition and to fit the hand. A simple cable on the back of each hand adds interest to the knitting.

This pattern is available for $2 USD, and can be purchased by clicking the button below.

This iPhone Cozy is intended for use with Apple portable music devices and/or phones. Sizes given should fit the iPhone 3, 3S, 4, 4S, and iPod Touch. Because this piece is intended to stretch tightly around the iPhone, be aware that during the knitting, the piece will appear longer and narrower than the iPhone. This will ensure a snug fit once the piece is seamed together and in use.

Also, the pattern calls for straight needles and DPNs because that’s how these things are normally done, but there’s no reason the pattern can’t be knit back and forth on two DPNs.

All photos in the pattern show the small version with an iPhone 3S inside.

Yarn: Elsebeth Lavold Baby Llama (100% Llama, 109 yards per 50g skein), 1 skeinNeedles & Notions: US Size 2 (2.75mm) straight needles or size needed to get gauge
Two DPNs in same size as straight needle (for working icord)
2 Cable needles
One buttonSizes: S(L). Small is for the Touch, 3, and 3S models; L is for the 4 and 4S models.Gauge: 8.5 stitches and 7 rows per inch in k1,p1 ribbing.

Stitches used in pattern (note: all cables occur ONLY on the right side or ONLY on the wrong side):C2F: RS Only. Slip 1 st to cable needle and hold in front of work. K1 from LH needle, k1 from cable needle.C2B: RS Only. Slip 1 st to cable needle and hold in back of work. K1 from LH needle, k1 from cable needle.C3KP: RS Only. Slip 1 st to cable needle and hold in front of work. Slip 1 st to cable needle and hold in back of work. K1 from LH needle, p1 from cable needle behind work, k1 from cable needle in front of work.C2FP: WS Only. Slip 1 st to cable needle and hold in front of work. P1 from LH needle, k1 from cable needle.C2BP: WS Only. Slip 1 st to cable needle and hold in back of work. K1 from LH needle, p1 from cable needle.

Instructions:Cast on 17(19) stitches.Row 1 (RS): k1, p1 across, end k1Row 2 (WS): p1, k1 across, end p1
Repeat rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 4.5” from cast-on edge, ending with a WS row.Next Row: k13(15), yo, k2tog, k2 (Note: the YO, k2tog is to create a hole for the earphones. If the placement of your earphone jack is different, it may be necessary to adjust the placement of this hole. If an earphone jack is not desired, simply knit across.)

Next Row (WS): p1, k1 across, end p1Next Row (RS): k1, p1 across, end k1
Repeat previous two rows until piece measures 10” from cast-on edge, ending with WS row.Next Row (RS): ssk, (k1, p1) to last two stitches, k2tog.Next Row (WS): p1, (p1, k1) across, end p2.Next Row (RS): ssk, (k1, p1) to last two stitches, k2tog.Next Row (WS): p1, k1 across, end p1.
Repeat these four rows until 3 sts remain on needles. Work icord on these 3 sts for 10 rows or until appropriate length to create a loop that will serve as a buttonhole. Break yarn, draw through these three sts, and secure to base of icord, creating loop.

Finishing:Fold piece in half; the two rows of stockinette with the YO and increase are at the bottom. Sew side seams. Weave in ends and attach button.

Final Note:This pattern takes its name from its inspiration: it’s a 25-stitch cable that was inspired by 25-man raiding in World of Warcraft, 25 people working together to take out the big bad guys. This pattern is dedicated to all the great friends I’ve made in the past four years of play.

]]>https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/02/29/pattern-raid-wrap/feed/1ephemerellaIMG_0326IMG_032725chart25 keyThe ammonite pattern is done!https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/02/29/the-ammonite-pattern-is-done/
https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/02/29/the-ammonite-pattern-is-done/#respondWed, 29 Feb 2012 18:02:50 +0000http://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/?p=48Done done done! All written and everything. I have just a few finishing touches to do on my own prototype, then it’s off to find testers!
]]>https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/02/29/the-ammonite-pattern-is-done/feed/0ephemerellaEnd of February updatehttps://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/02/27/end-of-february-update/
https://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/2012/02/27/end-of-february-update/#respondMon, 27 Feb 2012 15:56:53 +0000http://bugdesigns.wordpress.com/?p=49Continue reading →]]>I did a lot of knitting this month, but not a ton of design work. A doily for Mom for a Christmas present (that was a pain in the rear), a few small projects for Nerd Wars and the like… and the ammonite gloves! They’ve really started to take shape in the past few days, and a big factor in that was giving up my “knit into a lower stitch” ideas and deciding to simply add details after the fact. It’ll look nicer in the long run, even though part of me is sad that it won’t all happen at once. The knit into lower stitch loops were just too loose to serve the function I wanted them to serve.

I’ve also finally finished the pattern for the ipod/iphone cover I designed last year, so that should be appearing soon on the blog and on Ravelry.